Forest Glen Elementary School serves 783 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
Forest Glen Elementary School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 783 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Glen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Forest Glen Elementary School's student population of 783 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
783 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Forest Glen Elementary School is ranked within the top 30% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Forest Glen Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#392 out of 1755 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
51%
14%
Black
14%
13%
White
27%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Glen Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Glen Elementary School is ranked #392 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Forest Glen Elementary School?
783 students attend Forest Glen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Forest Glen Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forest Glen Elementary School?
Forest Glen Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Forest Glen Elementary School offer ?
Forest Glen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Forest Glen Elementary School part of?
Forest Glen Elementary School is part of MSD Lawrence Township School District.
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